Description
The Architectural Technology diploma program is a comprehensive, two year, direct entry program consisting of four 16-week semesters. You will complete a four month co-operative work term between year one and year two that will provide you with related and practical experience in the fields of architecture, engineering, and construction. Upon graduation from the program, career options available to you may include working with:
In the Architectural Technology program, you will experience a wide-ranging curriculum of courses that emphasize the learning and practical application of current design and constructions techniques. You will take advanced courses and build on competencies gained as you move from semester to semester. Courses include subjects such as:
A capstone project is incorporated into the final term.
Submission of required documentation, including English language assessments, is due within 30 days of applying unless otherwise noted in your program's admission requirements.
If your program's admission requirements include any of the following items, note that the submission deadline for these items only has been temporarily extended to 90 days:
DOCUMENT SUBMISSION METHODS
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Student Service Centre
Red River College
D101–2055 Notre Dame Ave.
Winnipeg, MB R3H 0J9
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E-mail: register@rrc.ca
Fax: 204-697-0584
Internationally Educated Applicants - visit www.rrc.ca/credentials for credential assessment information.
However, if you apply within 6 weeks of the program start date, admission requirements are due within 5 days of applying.
A strong background in science is recommended.
Regular Admission Requirements
Mature Student Admission Requirements
If you are 19 years of age or older and have been out of high school for a minimum of one year at time of application, and you do not meet the regular admission requirements, you may apply under the Mature Student admission requirements.
| English Language Assessment | Minimum Required Levels | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| L - Listening, S - Speaking, R - Reading, W - Writing | L | S | R | W |
| AEPUCE (Academic English Program of University and College Entrance ) | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| CAEL and CAEL Online (Canadian Academic English Language) | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 |
| CLB (LINC)
(Canadian Language Benchmark - Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada)
Canadian Citizens: LINC programs are not available. | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| CanTEST
(Canadian Test of English for Scholars and Trainees)
RRC Institutional or Official CanTEST accepted EXCEPT for the Medical Laboratory Sciences (MLS) program. The MLS program requires the Official CanTEST (the RRC Institutional CanTEST will not be accepted). | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.0 |
| Duolingo English Test
()
Required minimum overall score is 115.
Due to closures related to COVID-19, RRC is temporarily allowing applicants to provide Duolingo English Test results to meet RRC's English language requirements. Applicants who meet the English Language Requirement through Duolingo will be invited to a 30-minute online meeting with a college representative. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss college supports to enhance student experience and contribute to the students' academic success. | 115 | 115 | 115 | 115 |
| IELTS - Academic (International English Language Testing System) | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.0 |
| LSI (Language Studies International) | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 |
| PTE - Academic Online Assessment (Pearson Test of English) | 58 | 58 | 58 | 50 |
| TOEFL-iBT
(Test of English as a Foreign Language - internet Based Test)
To meet the needs of students who are unable to take the TOEFL iBT® test at a test center due to public health concerns, ETS is temporarily offering the TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition test in selected areas. | 20 | 20 | 19 | 21 |
| Location | Start Date | Apply Link |
|---|---|---|
| Notre Dame Campus | Aug 30, 2021 | Apply Now |
Red River College is a participating institution in the HigherEdPoints program. Through this program, students are able to convert Aeroplan® Miles and TD Points into funds to help cover their tuition. Family members and friends can also contribute to a student’s education by converting their loyalty points - anyone can donate their points to an individual student.
Visit the HigherEdPoints website for more information about the program and/or to set up an account to convert your points.
This math course covers fundamental
principles, definitions of mathematical terms and basic graphing techniques. Students will learn to simplify expressions
and solve equations involving trigonometric functions, systems of linear
equations, factoring and fractions.
This course will teach
the fundamentals of MS Office software including Word and Excel.
Students will be
taught features in WORD to produce memos, letters, reports, and resumes, and in
EXCEL they will create lists, perform simple calculations, add graphics, use a
LOOKUP table, link data, and create and edit charts. Students will also use various methods to
transfer data and graphics from WORD and EXCEL to PowerPoint and graphics to
AutoCAD, and drawings from AutoCAD to WORD and PowerPoint.
Statics is the study of forces that act on a structure at rest. This course consists of the basic principles that allow the determination of forces carried by structural bodies and frames. Some of the learning outcomes topics are: (force characteristics, moment force, Resultant Force, equilibrium, Free Body Diagrams and Truss Analysis). This course is delivered via in class lectures and the LEARN management system (database).
This course will introduce the fundamentals of survey measurement and equipment use, profile plotting, grade calculations and topographic surveying. This course includes a practical field component consisting of basic measurement exercises using a surveyor's steel tape (chain), levels and digital Total Stations.
The course focuses on developing students’ written and oral communication skills within a technical environment. Teaching will include how to summarize and synthesize information effectively for delivery in both oral and written form.
Part A of this
course consists of visualizing objects using orthographic and isometric views,
as well as scaling and drawing conventions. Part B of this course consists of
training in AutoCAD. It will provide students with an introduction to and an
understanding of the basic functions of AutoCAD computer aided drafting
software. Building upon these functions, students will gain an understanding of
the more advanced two-dimensional features of AutoCAD. Students will also be
introduced to the basic functions of drawing in 3D.
This course outlines the college expectations for students, and gives them reference material to enhance their survival skills, for success in their chosen field of study, and their career, to assist them with finding the resources they need; to decrease preventable drop outs and help students achieve their goals to graduate. Installation of current college-supplied software for various courses is also included in this segment.
The course will introduce students to the fundamentals of ethics and decision making in the workplace. Practical functions are introduced including: understanding the foundation of ethics; personal morality and lifestyle; social ethics; professional expectations in the workplace; construction contracts; the role of government; common myths; architectural issues & construction defects; engineering & construction defects; construction defects & litigation; care, custody & control; specialized & investigative services; expert witness; and CTTAM Code of Ethics & Guidelines. Employee/employer centric exercises, case studies and practical assignments will provide an identifiable linkage between more abstract theory and real world practice and assist successful students to master ethical decision making. Techniques learned will also be applied to other courses and on-the-job experiences. Wherever practicable case studies and reading references will be based on the construction industry and related fields.
Building science principles are required to understand how a building functions and reacts to its environment, and to improve its efficiency and durability. You will investigate the effects that the movement of air, heat, moisture and wind have on the building envelope and be able to describe critical components such as insulating materials, air and vapour barriers, their use, applications and properties. A variety of building envelope solutions for cold climates will be explored.
This course will explore Building Information Modelling (BIM) through the use of Autodesk® Revit. You will be introduced to the concepts of building information modelling, the production of construction documents - plans, elevations, sections, details, schedules and 3D views - with work in both imperial and metric measurements. Projects include residential, multistory commercial, and renovation work.
In this course, you will examine and study building practices, techniques, systems, assemblies and materials used in the construction of residential and small commercial buildings. You will work with the detailing and production of "working drawings" of a "design-controlled" single-family residence. Your learning will focus on what is often termed as the "wood-frame construction" and the "wood-frame module" using common industry terminology. You will study the implications and effect that zoning and code regulations have on the building. Skills developed in this course will be applied to concepts in other Architectural Technology courses.
This course is designed to provide an outline of the design, function and operation of mechanical systems for buildings. You will be introduced to the basic components of mechanical systems and will discuss the relationship between building envelope design, energy use, sustainability and human comfort. You will develop an understanding of mechanical system terminology.
You will learn about common building practices and materials related to Part 9 of The National Building Code - "Housing and Small Buildings". Your studies will include reinforced concrete, structural steel and wood framing practices which will be used to create structural engineering drawings using industry standard structural drawing conventions and techniques.
In this course, you will learn about the major building materials used in the construction industry. You will review typical manufacturing and processing, end uses and maintenance requirements for each material. The course will enable you to select and specify appropriate materials for buildings. In addition, you will learn to assess the condition of building materials, propose possible causes of deterioration, evaluate if maintenance is required, and plan remediation. You will be introduced to green building technology and how material composition and selection affects the environment. A term project evaluates the use of building materials through a case study.
Developed by Construction Specifications Canada, the Principals of Construction Documentation course is an introductory course that will enable you to develop an understanding of construction documentation(specifications, drawings, and schedules), products, bidding procedures, and contracts. This course will emphasize the relationship that exists between specifications and drawings, and the role of the industry participants.
In this course, you will learn to use the Manitoba Building Code (MBC), [i.e. the National Building Code (NBC) including the relevant and latest "Manitoba Amendments"] and how the provisions of the Code impact the design and construction of these types of buildings. Topics will include the format, terminology and definitions of the Code, building classification relevant to use and occupancy, construction types, fire-resistance ratings, occupant load, building size, area of unprotected openings, means of egress, exit and washroom requirements. Part 3 of the NBC will also include an emphasis on "barrier free design." You will learn how the Code applies to residential construction, including such topics as span tables and stair design. Additional topics of study will include the National Fire Code (NFC), the Manitoba Energy Code for Buildings (MEBC), and the City of Winnipeg's zoning by-laws and standards.
This course will build upon concepts learned in Building Information Modelling (BIM) Fundamentals and will introduce topics to advance you in the mastery of software used in the production and management of BIM models. You will be introduced to concepts including project templates, family creation, and document preparation. Skills developed in this course will be applied to concepts in other Architectural Technology courses.
In this course, you will learn about the production of "working drawings" as they relate to the scope of work in a professional architectural office. You will produce working drawings to current industry standards from written, sketched and oral data, of a design-controlled commercial building project, consisting of multiple occupancies and to current detailing practices, with an emphasis on horizontal elements of plan views. You will learn about the various building materials, systems and construction techniques required to produce a proper set of architectural working drawings for a small "commercial type" building. Skills developed in this course will be applied to concepts in other Architectural Technology courses.
This course is designed to provide you with the skills required to interpret and produce mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) drawings as related to the design and construction of buildings. You will be introduced to the standards and requirements for creating MEP drawings and their relationship between the architecture and structural disciplines.
This course consists of applying learned concepts of line convention, geometric constructions, orthographic projection, and sectional drawings using decimal, fractional imperial and metric SI units of measurement. You will apply regional standards and techniques used in the preparation of structural working drawings, and will be introduced to components and materials used in commercial construction including structural steel, reinforced concrete (both cast in place and pre-cast), and masonry construction. This involves extensive sketching at the beginning and ends with working drawings, created with the version of AutoCAD® used in your first year studies.
This course will explore the administration and enforcement of contract requirements during the construction phase of the project. You will be introduced to the specification process on projects including writing styles used by professionals, contracts, bidding, legal issues, disputes, and how to close out a project.
This course will provide you with an understanding of the content and organization of Contract Documents, and how they are used in the estimating, bidding and construction phases of a project. You will learn the basic procedures for preparing detailed quantity take-offs, pricing of labour and materials, and calculation of general expenses. Also covered will be an introduction to the various contract administration procedures and processes.
In this course, you will explore the concepts required to effectively detail an architectural project as it applies to the interior details. You will be introduced to the detailing requirements as they apply to complex millwork, interior architectural elements, material characteristics, component connections and custom furnishings.
The course will provide you with an overview of current green building materials and systems used in construction. Sustainable and integrated approaches to current technology and materials will be reviewed.
This course will build upon concepts learned in Intermediate Building Information Modelling (BIM) and will introduce topics to advance your skills in the mastery of software used in the production and management of BIM models. You will be introduced to concepts including massing, design options, creating families, and collaborative techniques. Skills developed in this course will be applied to concepts in other Architectural Technology courses.
This course will build upon the skills learned in Architectural Detailing 2. You will continue to incorporate content from the structural, mechanical and electrical engineering disciplines and courses. You will produce architectural working drawings with a focus on the drawing and detailing of more "vertical" representations of building sections, wall sections, stair sections and details. You will incorporate applicable building codes and programming implications, with the emphasis concentrating on other required elements of a project's working drawings. Skills developed in this course will be applied to concepts in other Architectural Technology courses.
This course will provide you with the opportunity to apply the knowledge, concepts, and methods of architectural technology that are covered throughout the entirety of the program. You will complete a 'design-controlled' project that reflects the current practice in architectural firms. You will be responsible to complete a set of predefined deliverables that emulate the schematic design, design development, and contract document phases of an architectural project.
This course examines the process of creating, developing, and presenting reports. It focuses on learning the basic steps and how-to's of writing a report including organizing and conducting an investigation, accurately documenting report sources, and planning, writing and completing the report.
This course serves as a general introduction to and an overview of Project Management practice in construction. Students will become familiar with key terms and internal and external factors that influence a project’s success. The life cycle and organization of a project is described. The course also introduces students to the nine knowledge areas and five process groups which comprise the Project Management Institute’s Project Management Body of Knowledge. A variety of tools and techniques used in the management of projects will be introduced.
This General Safety Training (GST) teaches basic general safety content to arm students with the core information necessary for them to protect themselves in workplaces on all descriptions. Although some examples may consider Manitoba legislation, this course has been developed by occupational safety and health professionals using generic information that is not provincially specific.
You are required to complete a 4-month Co-operative Education Work Term (from May to August) between the two academic years. You must complete a minimum of 16-weeks work experience to get credit for the work term. This work experience may be completed with more than one employer. The work must be in an area that will complement your program with relevant "real world" experience. Positions must be paid employment, not work shadowing or volunteer work.
Co-operative education integrates related on-the-job training with classroom theory by alternating terms of academic study and employment.
As an Architectural Technology student, you will graduate with 4 months of related work experience, gained through co-op education. The College does not guarantee employment.
You will be required to purchase a laptop computer and related software for use throughout the program.
The use of laptop computers is an integral part of this program. It will enhance your learning and competitiveness in the job market. This universal-access approach to learning is a shared one between students and the College.
Do not purchase a laptop until you have been accepted and registered in the program.
Students in this program are required to bring their own laptop that meets or exceeds the following specifications
1. Intel processor 2.5GHz at minimum (strongly recommend an i7 processor).
Do not get an Intel Celeron processor.
2. 8 GB basic (strongly recommended 16GB) for memory
3. Wireless capability.
4. Be sure that your computer can also connect using network cable.
You will need additional adaptor if your laptop does not have an Ethernet port.
5. A network cable is necessary at all times in the classrooms (approximately 5 feet or 1.5 meters).
6. Windows 10 Desktop Operating System. (64bit)
7. A mouse is required, especially for AutoCAD. (does not need to be fancy; must have a ‘roller-wheel’).
8. Additional software will be provided such as MS Office. Installation will occur during class time using the network cable you bring, not over the wireless network.
Requirements for the AutoCAD 2020 can be found at (final version of software to be used for course work will be decided at a later date and installed in AutoCAD class):
https://knowledge.autodesk.com/support/autocad/troubleshooting/caas/sfdcarticles/sfdcarticles/System-requirements-for-AutoCAD-2020-including-Specialized-Toolsets.html
The College will provide a detailed list of required software, network access, and help desk support if you require assistance. You will have on-campus access to e-mail, College networks, and the Internet.
Off-campus access to the Internet is the responsibility of the student.
Please refer to https://www.rrc.ca/studentcomputing for further information on Computer Requirements for Students.
After successfully completing the program, you should be able to:
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process which documents and compares an individual's prior learning gained from prior education, work and life experiences and personal study to the learning outcomes in College courses/programs. For more information, please visit www.rrc.ca/rpl.
Red River College surveys its graduates on an annual basis to collect data related to the graduates’ employment status, salary, occupation and skill use. In addition, graduates are asked to indicate their level of satisfaction regarding the education they received at Red River College.
Visit www.rrc.ca/numbers/reports/graduate-satisfaction for graduate satisfaction and employment reports.
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Every year Red River College surveys students, in all full-time programs, to learn more about their college experience. The questionnaire includes questions about students’ experiences with College programs, facilities, and services offered.
Visit www.rrc.ca/numbers/reports/student-evaluation-of-program for student evaluation of program reports.
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Visit www.rrc.ca/supports for more information.